BICSI Certification BICSI Project Management and Documentation 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to BICSI best practices, which labeling standard should be followed for telecommunications infrastructure administration?
- ANSI/TIA-606 (Correct answer)
- ANSI/TIA-568
- ANSI/TIA-569
- ANSI/TIA-758
Correct answer: ANSI/TIA-606
ANSI/TIA-606 (Administration Standard for Telecommunications Infrastructure) specifies labeling, record-keeping, and reporting requirements for telecommunications infrastructure.
Question 2: What is the recommended minimum duration for a telecommunications cabling system warranty from a BICSI-certified installer?
- 1 year
- 5 years
- 15–25 years (manufacturer's system warranty) (Correct answer)
- Lifetime warranty required
Correct answer: 15–25 years (manufacturer's system warranty)
BICSI-certified installers working with manufacturer-certified products can offer manufacturer system warranties typically ranging from 15 to 25 years, covering both materials and installation.
Question 3: In BICSI project documentation, what is a 'submittals' package?
- Final test results submitted to the owner at project closeout
- Product data sheets, shop drawings, and samples submitted for approval before installation (Correct answer)
- A list of subcontractors submitted to the general contractor
- Invoice documentation submitted for payment
Correct answer: Product data sheets, shop drawings, and samples submitted for approval before installation
A submittals package includes product data sheets, shop drawings, and material samples submitted to the design team for approval before installation begins.
Question 4: Which BICSI standard addresses telecommunications infrastructure for healthcare facilities?
- ANSI/TIA-569-D
- ANSI/TIA-1179 (Correct answer)
- ANSI/TIA-862
- ANSI/TIA-4966
Correct answer: ANSI/TIA-1179
ANSI/TIA-1179 provides guidelines for healthcare telecommunications infrastructure, addressing the unique requirements of clinical environments.
Question 5: In BICSI project management, what is the purpose of a 'punch list'?
- A list of materials to be purchased for the project
- A list of outstanding work items or deficiencies that must be corrected before final acceptance (Correct answer)
- A schedule of project milestones and deadlines
- A list of qualified subcontractors for bid invitations
Correct answer: A list of outstanding work items or deficiencies that must be corrected before final acceptance
A punch list is a document listing outstanding work items or deficiencies identified during a project walkthrough that must be corrected before the project receives final acceptance.
Question 6: What does BICSI recommend for the record-keeping of telecommunications outlet identification in a building?
- A simple spreadsheet noting room and outlet number
- A structured identifier using space, telecommunications room, and cable identifiers per TIA-606 (Correct answer)
- Color-coded labels matching the cable jacket color
- Sequential numbering only, starting from the main entrance
Correct answer: A structured identifier using space, telecommunications room, and cable identifiers per TIA-606
BICSI recommends using a structured identifier system per ANSI/TIA-606 that includes the space identifier, serving telecommunications room, and a unique cable/outlet identifier.
BICSI Certification BICSI Project Management and Documentation 2
According to BICSI best practices, which labeling standard should be followed for telecommunications infrastructure administration?